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AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR LANCASTER, PA

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Still looking for an auto mechanic training program that can help you reach your goals? UTI Exton offers an auto mechanic school near Lancaster, PA, created with career readiness in mind.1

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING NEAR LANCASTER, PA

Our Exton, PA, mechanic school takes just 51 weeks to finish. Students can build their foundational knowledge in automotive maintenance, diagnosis and repair that can help them pursue entry-level roles in less than one year!7

Our auto mechanic training program follows a blended-learning model, offering students flexibility that mirrors training techs in the field typically receive.18 Automotive Technology students experience both online instructor-led training and time in labs furnished with state-of-the-industry tools and equipment.

MECHANIC SCHOOL DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATIONS NEAR LANCASTER, PA

Earn a Diploma

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), attending a postsecondary education program is often considered the best way to prepare for entry-level positions and employers prefer candidates with this type of training. Therefore, finding an accredited institution that verifies training through graduation documents is important to consider when running “automotive schools near me” searches.16

UTI Exton awards automotive school graduates with a diploma!

Prepare for ASE Certification

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications are industry-standard credentials that prove technician competence and trustworthiness. Many employers require their mechanics to become ASE certified. Luckily, UTI can help prepare you to take the exams needed to become certified! Not only does our curriculum teach subject matter relevant to ASE exams, but graduates can substitute their training for one of the two years of experience required to test.

AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOL COURSES OFFERED

Industry leaders helped create our automotive school courses. Students are taught skills relevant to the field’s current needs through courses that cover topics such as:

  • Automotive engines service & repair
  • Professional automotive service writing
  • Automotive powertrains & transmissions
  • Vehicle steering & suspension service & repair
  • Advanced technology/hybrid & service advising
  • Vehicle electronic systems & technology
  • Vehicle brake systems
  • Automotive climate control systems & repair
  • Automotive power/performance & emissions repair

AUTO MECHANIC SCHOOL SPECIALIZED TRAINING

UTI Exton offers Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training to students of the automotive school. Students who embark on specialized auto training can earn brand-specific credentials and potentially expand their career opportunities with these programs:11
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR LANCASTER, PA

The BLS reported the median annual salary for auto technicians in the U.S was $47,770 in May 2023.25 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.

An education at UTI Exton can help prepare you to pursue opportunities outside Pennsylvania, too! There are over 67,000 estimated annual average annual automotive job openings in the U.S.41 UTI’s Career Services department maintains contact with employers nationwide and assists graduates in searching for automotive roles in the region they desire.

AUTO MECHANIC JOBS IN LANCASTER, PA

The automotive training program at UTI Exton helps prepare students for entry-level auto roles, but as with any industry, technicians over time may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work. Examples of entry-level and advanced roles include:77

    Entry-level
  • Automotive technician
  • Service writer
  • Smog inspector
  • Parts associate

It’s important to note that the roles mentioned may not be available in Lancaster and the surrounding areas. However, our Career Services team assists graduates in identifying nearby opportunities.

READ: CAREERS IN AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

DIRECTIONS FROM LANCASTER, PA, TO UTI EXTON

Our auto mechanic school is just outside Philadelphia. Want to check it out for yourself? Schedule a tour and then follow these directions (this route requires tolls):



  1. 1. Get on US-30 W in East Lampeter Township from East King Street and PA-23 E. (3.1 miles)
    1. a. Head northeast on East King Street toward North Christian Street. (1 mile)
      b. Turn left onto North Broad Street. (0.2 miles)
      c. Turn right onto East Chestnut Street. (348 feet)
      d. East Chestnut Street turns slightly left and becomes PA-23 E/Grofftown Road. Continue to follow PA-23 E. (1.3 miles)
      e. Use any lane to merge onto US-30 W via the ramp to New Holland/Harrisburg. (0.5 miles)

  2. 2. Follow US-222 N and I-76 to Uwchlan Township. Take Exit 312 from I-76. (43.2 mi)
    1. a. Merge onto US-30 W. (0.9 miles)
      b. Take the US-222 N exit toward Ephrata/Reading. (0.5 miles)
      c. Continue onto US-222 N. (15 miles)
      d. Take the exit toward I-76/PA-272/Pa Turnpike/Denver. (0.2 miles)
      e. Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard. (0.7 miles)
      f. Keep right at the fork and follow signs for I-76 and merge onto I-76. (25.3 miles)
      g. Take Exit 312 for PA-100 S toward Pottstown Pike. (0.4 miles)
      h. Keep right at the fork and follow signs for PA-100 N/Pottstown and merge onto PA-100 N/Pottstown Pike. (0.2 miles)

  3. 3. Continue onto PA-100 N/Pottstown Pike toward UTI Exton. (0.8 mi)
    1. a. Merge onto PA-100 N/Pottstown Pike. (0.4 miles)
      b. Turn left onto West Township Line Road. (0.1 miles)
      c. Continue onto Pennsylvania Drive. (0.2 miles)
      d. Turn right and UTI Exton will be on the right. (177 feet)

    Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

UTI EXTON CAMPUS LOCATION

750 Pennsylvania Drive

Exton, Pennsylvania 19341

M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours

Campus Tours

TU&TH | 10am, 2pm, 6pm

W | 10 am & 2 pm

F&SAT | 10am & 1pm

800-834-7308 | Admissions

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PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THIS CAMPUS

In addition to auto mechanic training, UTI Exton also offers programs for Diesel, Welding and Robotics & Automation Technician training!

Diesel Mechanic Training Near Lancaster, PA

Students are taught the ins and outs of maintaining, diagnosing and repairing equipment powered by diesel engines in just 45 weeks.7 Diesel & Industrial Technology graduates at UTI Exton earn a diploma and are prepared to test for ASE certification!

Welding Training Near Lancaster, PA

Our 36-week Welding Technology program was designed with assistance from industry leader Lincoln Electric! Students practice combination welding techniques in a hands-on environment that mirrors the field. When they complete the program, they are awarded a diploma.

Robotics & Automation Technician Training Near Lancaster, PA

Prepare for an exciting career in an innovative field in just 51 weeks. UTI’s Robotics & Automation Technician training program teaches students about electrical theory, computer-aided design, programming and more!

STUDENT SERVICES


You don’t have to go through auto mechanic school alone. Find the support you need at UTI.

HOUSING ASSISTANCE

Collegiate Housing Services (CHS) helps UTI Exton students find roommates or local independent housing.

CAREER SERVICES

They’re not just there after graduation. Our Career Services team also helps current students look for flexible, part-time work they can manage during their studies.1

FINANCIAL AID

Need help applying for scholarships and grants or filling out FAFSA?10 UTI’s Financial Aid team has got you covered.

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Learn more about the auto mechanic school program at UTI Exton by hitting the link below. There’s no commitment required! An Admissions Rep will reach out to answer your questions and provide more information.

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.11) See program details for eligibility requirements and conditions that may apply.16)  Not all programs are accredited by the ASE Education Foundation.18) UTI now offers all of its automotive, diesel, motorcycle and marine technician training in a blended-learning format consisting of online lecture courses along with in-person, hands-on lab training.25) UTI’s Automotive Technology Program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as automotive technicians. Estimated annual salary shown above is for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for UTI graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as an automotive technician, such as service writer, smog inspector, and parts associate. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The average annual entry-level salary for persons employed as Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (49-3023) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $36,730 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2022 data https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageAllIndustries/OEWResult?A=01&GA=000025&OG=493023&Dopt=TEXT) Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled automotive technicians in North Carolina is $22.39 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $16.63 and $14.06, respectively.41) For Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an annual average of 67,800 job openings between 2023 and 2033. Job openings include openings due to net employment changes and net replacements. See Table 1.10 Occupational separations and openings, projected 2023-33 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov, viewed November 4, 2024. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.

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*Registration Fee Waiver will apply to any student who enrolls by July 31, 2025, with a start date between March 31, 2025, and September 25, 2025.

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